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Saturday, February 28 (4)
An FP&A professional asks the community for feedback on a financial dashboard.
Open-source project Lineo-PM is evolving from a simple Gantt chart tool into a full-fledged decision engine for project …
A rare look inside Nvidia's AI Cloud Briefing Center in Munich reveals the company's strategy to dominate the global AI …
Friday, February 27 (8)
Part 7 of Curbal's football project: building a calendar page and additional report pages in Power BI.
A healthcare customer has replaced Debezium with Snowflake Openflow to simplify Change Data Capture (CDC) pipelines. Thi…
From data islands to autonomous intelligence: a platform-first approach with governance as a connecting element.
Customer trust is essential for AI governance. Businesses are encouraged to proactively take four essential steps to pro…
Omni and the dbt Semantic Layer: define metrics once and use them everywhere in BI and AI without semantic drift.
Step-by-step creation of a universal KPI overview page in Power BI that works for any organization.
BNR update in which Thomas Beens discusses how business strategy risks devolving into soulless KPI-chasing without real …
Monthly overview of contributions from Microsoft MVPs and Fabric Super Users to the Fabric community in February 2026.
Thursday, February 26 (5)
Preparing for quantum computing in 2026: build resilience with crypto agility without large upfront investments.
Fabric Maps lets you build live geographic dashboards in Microsoft Fabric for real-time location data visualization.
A data-driven approach to understanding and improving customer experience is crucial for companies. However, the prolife…
From Munich, Nvidia warns that the Netherlands must invest in AI infrastructure now to avoid falling behind.
ThoughtSpot has recognized its Icon Award winners, emphasizing the importance of culture and selfless excellence within …
Wednesday, February 25 (8)
Zscaler reduces PR review time by 90% thanks to an AI-driven multi-agent system based on dbt-context and OpenAI.
Autonomous AI agents in enterprise delivery: make decisions and initiate workflows without human approval.
AI adoption won't fix broken data architecture — it exposes structural gaps like duplicate models and ungoverned pipel…
Demonstration of the new Input Slicer in the February 2026 Power BI update, allowing users to manually enter filter valu…
Generative AI is evolving from novelty to necessity, prompting many businesses, particularly startups, to adapt to new A…
Microsoft Fabric February 2026 update with improvements to OneLake Catalog, Data Engineering, Data Factory, and Real-Tim…
CPM Trends 2026 ranking: priorities of 989 professionals for Corporate Performance Management this year.
Snowflake Postgres simplifies data movement by eliminating complex pipelines, enabling real-time analytics and AI worklo…
Tuesday, February 24 (19)
IBM's acquisition of Confluent highlights that organizations are not yet ready for real-time data and unstructured conte…
AMD and Meta close 6 GW GPU deal for AI infrastructure, strengthening AMD's position against NVIDIA.
Following the recent Ignite event, the meaning of Fabric IQ remains unclear for many BI professionals. The concept needs…
Five common mistakes with AI agents that can cost companies millions, and how to avoid them.
How AI agents are taking over your shopping, planning and travel: the future of personal AI assistants.
Build vs. buy AI agents: why this choice matters more than you think for business strategy.
Power BI dashboard for tracking open positions and visualizing the application funnel in HR recruitment processes.
Apache Polaris has graduated to a top-level Apache project, bringing enterprise-grade governance and durability to the I…
Fivetran provides insights into the application process for the Product Manager role. The article discusses what candida…
Fivetran provides a guide for setting up an AI-ready lakehouse, outlining the specific capabilities required for various…
Fivetran highlights the importance of data integration and selecting the right data platforms to create value now with g…
Nobel laureate Daron Acemoglu argues in the Me, Myself, and AI podcast that artificial intelligence does not enhance pro…
The Input Slicer is now generally available in Power BI. Type or paste values directly into a slicer to filter reports w…
Explains how to debug DAX variables using the new TOJSON and TOCSV functions for better insight into intermediate result…
Explains how to use Field Parameters to persist hierarchies when switching between fields in Power BI reports.
How to process CDC (Change Data Capture) streams in real time with Fabric Eventstreams SQL for operational applications.
Overview of the Power BI February 2026 update with improved Copilot/AI experiences, more flexible report interactions, a…
SQL Pool Insights in Fabric Data Warehouse provides monitoring of pool performance and resource usage for better capacit…
Startup Alquant has leveraged Snowflake to assist financial companies in transforming data from multiple sources into us…
Monday, February 23 (10)
Learn how to use TOJSON and TOCSV to inspect intermediate table variables when debugging DAX measures.
How small businesses approach AI integration: Focus on strengths and avoid blind automation.
Highlights the Drill Button as one of the most undervalued features in Power BI for intuitive report navigation.
Cortex Code CLI expands its capabilities to support all data systems, focusing on data engineering tools like dbt and Ap…
Introducing the Native Execution Engine to Fabric: Faster and more efficient Spark processing for analytical workloads.
Sanne Manders saw the logistics industry stuck in paper waybills and faxes, and built Flexport into a billion-dollar dig…
Reflection on the AI revolution and why organizations need to prepare their data platform now for the coming chang…
Companies often remain silent on political issues due to three persistent myths: fear of negative customer backlash, the…
Access OneLake data directly from Azure Databricks without copies, via OneLake catalog federation (preview).
Seven practical success factors for building a sustainable data culture, based on experiences of data leaders.
Sunday, February 22 (2)
Analysis of parallelism and dependencies between SQL queries in Power BI DirectQuery mode for better performance optimiz…
Weekly overview of real-time analytics: the European Commission encourages the development of frontier AI systems.
Saturday, February 21 (1)
Part 6 of Curbal's football project: setting up the data model and designing the home page in Power BI.
Friday, February 20 (4)
Trends for Data Teams in 2026: Simplify Workflows, Avoid Over-Engineering, and Rethink AI Uses.
Financial institutions are advancing AI applications by breaking down silos and operationalizing governed, autonomous AI…
AI ROI in software development: strategic integration in the SDLC is more important than technical readiness.
BNR update on the rise of AI agents: a new generation of autonomous AI systems that independently handle increasingly co…
Thursday, February 19 (47)
Startup DDI provides prebuilt toolkits and best practices that accelerate the development of secure and compliant applic…
One chart for all rarely works: how the same data tells clearer stories with different charts.
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Apache Polaris has graduated to a top-level project within the Apache Software Foundation. This upgrade enhances open la…
This article provides a step-by-step guide for BI professionals to connect Databricks to Salesforce using a CSV export o…
The article discusses how RevOps professionals can leverage data stacks to drive product-led growth. Apollo and Montreal…
The unexpected 'eof' syntax error in Snowflake can be confusing for BI professionals. This article explains what the err…
This article provides a step-by-step guide for conducting time series forecasting with SQL. BI professionals will learn …
Apache Iceberg is revolutionizing data lakes by separating storage and compute, leading to improved data structures and …
This article presents four methods for integrating data from Snowflake to Segment, providing practical steps and tips fo…
Transferring data from Snowflake to Google Sheets can be done without native integration using three methods: Fivetran A…
Companies can optimize the ROI of customer data by using applications such as personalized marketing, targeted segmentat…
B2B marketers need to focus on five essential audiences for success. The article provides actionable insights and advice…
This guide explains how to configure dbt permissions to safeguard access to critical data. Key insights on setting permi…
Building a custom Reverse ETL tool may seem attractive, but ongoing maintenance costs and time requirements present sign…
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Advances in context windows are essential for the evolution of modern AI. They enhance conversations, optimize data hand…
Fivetran has launched a new real-time reverse ETL solution for Google BigQuery and Google Pub/Sub. This integration allo…
Operational Analytics addresses the challenge of maintaining accurate and up-to-date data, enabling teams to rely on rea…
This article provides BI professionals with three effective methods for transferring data from Snowflake to Slack. The t…
Wistia improved its data visibility by implementing a hub-and-spoke Salesforce integration. This model allows them to be…
LLMs (Large Language Models) are evaluated through various benchmarks that assess their performance. This article provid…
This article discusses how BI professionals can efficiently query Iceberg data locally using Spark, PyIceberg, or DuckDB…
A recent analysis compares the AI models GPT and Claude based on performance and cost-effectiveness. The focus is on the…
This article provides SaaS companies with insights on how Product Qualified Leads (PQLs) can optimize their sales strate…
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Polaris enhances Iceberg catalog management by simplifying cross-compatibility and introducing unique features tailored …
Data warehouses provide a superior infrastructure for data management compared to Customer Data Platforms (CDP). With th…
This Python tutorial focuses on marketing mix modeling, utilizing an example dataset to assist professionals in developi…
Leveraging the Facebook Ads Conversions API can significantly enhance ad ROI. This article explores how this API helps b…
N26, a fast-growing FinTech, utilized dbt for data organization during its hypergrowth. This Fivetran Blog article summa…
The article outlines three methods for exporting CSV files from Google BigQuery, including using the BigQuery console, t…
The article presents three efficient methods for transferring data from Snowflake to Facebook Ads. This allows BI profes…
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Managed Iceberg Tables in Snowflake provide an efficient way to build and manage a datalake, with seamless integration o…
This tutorial provides a step-by-step guide for installing SQLAlchemy and executing example queries with Snowflake. BI p…
This article provides a step-by-step guide for manually integrating Snowflake with Zapier, enabling users to efficiently…
Snowflake presents significant advantages over Redshift, such as superior performance, scalability, and user-friendlines…
This article presents four practical methods to transfer data from Snowflake to Salesforce, featuring clear examples and…
Sparklines can now easily be added to Salesforce accounts to visually track growth. This article provides a clear explan…
This article highlights five essential SQL date functions that business operations teams should master for efficient dat…
Master Data Management (MDM) is crucial for enhancing data quality and supporting AI strategies. The article explores su…
This article explores the differences between DevOps and DataOps, two approaches to software and data management. It hig…
iPaaS tools are effective for moving individual data pieces, but Reverse ETL provides a better solution for syncing larg…
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AI Columns and LLMs offer new opportunities for automatic data categorization, making the management and analysis of com…
OneLake lets you access Fabric data through Windows File Explorer, just like OneDrive.
A curious issue: Power BI Copilot returned the correct answer every time — except precisely when the screen was being …
Key conclusions from the CPM Trends 2026 survey among nearly one thousand professionals.
North Korea has no free internet, yet commands one of the world's most feared cyber armies targeting Western nations.
A meaningful 'listening tour' requires in-depth conversations that go beyond surface-level interactions. In a new leader…
Vibe coding is changing FP&A development: AI generates financial applications, but raises questions about value and risk…
Wednesday, February 18 (5)
ThoughtSpot has introduced Analyst Studio, a collaborative workspace for preparing and managing AI-ready data. This tool…
Streamkap provides a solution for real-time data streaming into Snowflake, enabling teams to quickly and efficiently dev…
Fabric IQ is Microsoft's new ontology layer within Fabric, announced at Ignite, linking business concepts to technical d…
Mergers, like the one between Kraft Foods and H.J. Heinz, often fail due to strategic miscalculations and brand performa…
How BARC evaluates the CPM market: vendor briefings, customer surveys and direct project involvement with neutrality.
Tuesday, February 17 (7)
A modern data stack features an optimized architecture that enhances efficiency and scalability for data integration. Th…
Introduces the Image Slicer in Power BI, useful when users don't yet know product names or categories by heart.
Essay on structure and integrity in data visualization, inspired by the artisanal approach of Fra Angelico.
Digital dexterity is crucial for organizations aiming to transform in the digital age. Research from Harvard Business Sc…
The future of travel with AI, chatbots, VR and agents: how technology is transforming the travel industry.
Ten AI agent platforms every business leader should know for strategic decision-making.
The growing AI backlash: is the revolution over before it really started? A critical market analysis.
Monday, February 16 (5)
Warns against granting full workspace access for Copilot and explains the associated security risks.
Performance test of European cloud providers versus American ones: a technical and economic alternative for data soverei…
Compares different Power BI report designs and discusses which approach is most effective for end users.
Jerry Remmers explains how to leverage synergies and build a successful group structure using a holding company with mul…
Bold investments during economic uncertainty can yield significant returns, as evidenced by Warren Buffett's long-term p…
Sunday, February 15 (2)
Builds the ultimate KPI overview page in Power BI using best practices for layout, colors, and interactivity.
How do you measure Power BI report page load time? Practical tips for measuring what matters most to users.
Saturday, February 14 (1)
Part 5 of Curbal's football project: creating matches and teams tables as the foundation for the Power BI model.
Friday, February 13 (2)
Multi-agent AI makes niche markets accessible to solopreneurs through specialized, atomic business units.
BNR update by Deborah de Klein on the robot revolution and how robotics is fundamentally transforming an increasing numb…
Thursday, February 12 (8)
How AI accelerates SQL modeling, testing, documentation, and performance optimization for modern data teams.
dbt Labs reduced compute costs by 64% through Fusion and state-aware orchestration for smarter job architecture.
AI coding tools are not solely for software developers. Conversations with executives reveal that this technology is als…
Shows a safer alternative to workspace access when using Copilot in Microsoft Fabric.
Data Culture Podcast 2025 year in review: 51 episodes, 172,000+ downloads and the best episodes listed.
Designs a dark-themed HR recruiting dashboard in Power BI for monitoring hiring processes and candidates.
How TeamNL uses aerodynamics to outsmart air resistance as an invisible opponent, improving elite athletic performance.
Peter Steinberger launched OpenClaw, a viral open-source AI agent that quickly became the fastest-growing project on Git…
Wednesday, February 11 (4)
Companies are transitioning from traditional human organizations to advanced computational systems driven by data. BI pr…
How to maximize the business value of your data platform with dbt and Fusion's state-aware orchestration.
Add Structured Context to Snowflake Intelligence with dbt and Snowflake Semantic Views for Reliable AI.
Shows how to cut your DAX code in half by smartly combining User Defined Functions and Calculation Groups.
Tuesday, February 10 (7)
When do you need a data observability platform? Signals, considerations and business impact of the investment.
dbt Core v1.11 is generally available with best-in-class UDFs, better project validation, and performance improvements.
This blog provides an onboarding guide for new Fivetran users who have upgraded from the free trial. It outlines the ini…
The question I get asked at almost every Power BI Project... see what I've build as an ANSWER (link)
Answers the most frequently asked question in Power BI projects with a practical demo of the solution.
Clarifies the DATEADD function parameters in DAX for correct calendar-based time intelligence in Power BI.
Five rules for choosing the right AI agent use cases and avoiding budget waste.
The old Excel and CSV import experience in Power BI Service is being deprecated. Users must switch to the new import met…
Monday, February 9 (5)
Explanation of DATEADD parameters in DAX's new calendar-based time intelligence functions for more flexible time calcula…
Showcases an impressive KPI overview page in Power BI that left a client speechless, with tips for your own use.
SAP data and analytics in 2026: from Business Data Cloud strategy to execution. Which scenarios are production-ready?
Tutorial on using Azure Maps icons with full flexibility in Power BI for richer map visualizations.
From Marktplaats to Uber: what does it take to build a successful platform, and why do so few companies succeed?
Sunday, February 8 (1)
Two new books: 'The Definitive Guide to DAX' 3rd edition and 'Microsoft Power BI Visual Calculations' - review and overv…
Saturday, February 7 (1)
Agentic AI is quickly transitioning from experiments to practical applications, impacting workflows that drive decisions…
Friday, February 6 (2)
Part 4 of Curbal's Power BI football project: retrieving and processing standings data.
BNR news update about Chinese matchmakers earning big money from growing demand for matchmaking services.
Thursday, February 5 (4)
Delivering reliable AI with the dbt Semantic Layer and dbt MCP Server for structured context to AI systems.
Guide to choropleth maps: what they are, how to read them, when to use them and common mistakes.
Atlan has implemented an AI-driven queue manager, Olof, to optimize the efficiency of their support engineering. This ne…
The Digitale Doetank helps organizations reduce their dependency on big tech and gain more digital autonomy.
Wednesday, February 4 (1)
How data mesh solves centralized data management challenges with decentralized ownership and self-service platforms.
Tuesday, February 3 (1)
Creative Power BI visualization: displaying injury data on a human body using the Synoptic Panel and an SVG.
Monday, February 2 (5)
Analytics engineering goes beyond data modeling: also collaboration, testing, documentation and scalable workflows.
What a data infrastructure control plane is: centralized metadata, governance, and collaboration for distributed archite…
Difference between data marts and data products in modern data platforms, and why you need both.
PeelPioneers, the circular orange peel company, aims to become profitable after its restart.
Composite semantic models with Direct Lake and import tables are now in public preview, offering more flexibility in dat…
Sunday, February 1 (2)
Key performance optimization for Excel pivot tables connected to Power BI semantic models: fewer unnecessary subtotals i…
Lex Fridman discusses the state of AI in 2026 in podcast #490: LLMs, scaling laws, AI agents, and the path to AGI.